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According to numerous reports, it appears to be like food dehydrators have become one of the most popular appliances in a majority of households. And this comes as no surprise, since because of them your food will stay fresh much longer, plus it will retain …
I’m a busy Momma on-the-go. My day starts at 6 AM and doesn’t end until 10 PM that night. I rely on grab-n-go foods, beverages, lunch bags, tumblers, etc. to make my life easier. After I get home I like to get food onto the …
Every week I make at least 6 hard-boiled eggs. I use them in salads, soups, sandwiches, and will snack on one when I’m in a hurry. They’re a classic in my home and very versatile to use in recipes. When it comes to purchasing eggs, I purchase medium sized because most recipes are based off of medium sized eggs. Did you know that? If not, now you do!
When it comes to slicing them I like to use a manual hard boiled egg slicer. You can find them at various retail stores in different shapes, sizes, and colors. Prices range from a few bucks up to $35.00 or more. In my honest opinion, you can get a really nice one for $10.00 and it’s just as good as one that costs more!
One thing that you need to keep in mind is that they’re sharp. They’ll slice through an egg like butter! You can actually use them for other fresh produce items like mushrooms and strawberries too! Every kitchen should have one.
Often times I see people tossing them into their dishwasher for cleaning. While a manufacturer’s instructions may say dishwasher-safe…I recommend that you hand wash them. Why? It will keep the stainless steel wires sharper and cleaner for a longer period of time. Besides…they only take a few seconds to clean.
Under warm running tap water you’ll want to add a tiny dab of liquid dishwashing soap onto the slicer. If needed, you can use an old veggie brush to losen up any stuck on food. Don’t use your fingers or a dishcloth! Again, the wires tend to be very sharp. You’ll want to rinse it clean with warm water. Lay a towel down on your kitchen counter. Open up the slicer and let it air dry for an hour or two. That’s it, easy as pie!
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For everyday use we like to use plastic lunch and dinner plates along with coordinating bowls. I try to save my expensive stoneware dinnerware for more formal meals. With that said, not all plastic dinnerware is created equally! For example, I love the pretty patterns …
Microwaves are very popular kitchen appliances. It’s common to find them in most people’s homes. The reason they are so popular is that they can be used for a multitude of different things, from defrosting to food to warming it up. If you are interested …
Over the past 10 years I’ve shared hundreds of make ahead meals recipes on the TwoClassyChics blog. They save me time, money, and stress! If I’m going to be cooking, I my as well make 2-3 meals at a time. Right? Right!
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A few weeks ago a reader asked me about the containers that I use for freezing all of my make ahead meals. Well, to be honest, I use multiple types from several different brands. I have round, square, and rectangular shapes. They’re also in different sizes. You will need a variety on hand.
When I purchase my containers I look for ones that are reusable, not the one-time use. I like the lids to be easy to snap on and off. Futhermore, I like ones that are stackable. I do a lot of stacking in my upright freezer!
What don’t I use? I don’t use disposables, aluminum foil flimsy containers, nor silicone. Why? I don’t like them.
You can buy Make Ahead Meals Freezer Containers at most stores that sell kitchen goods. However, I find the best prices on them at Amazon, so that’s where I purchase them. Since I have Amazon Prime, no shipping charges which I love!
Here’s a list of the Make Ahead Meals Freezer Containers that I enjoy using.
* Bentgo Prep 1-Compartment Meal-Prep Containers with Custom-Fit Lids – I really like these because they’re sturdy and stackable. Freezer, refrigerator, dishwasher, and micro-safe!
* Bentgo Prep 2-Compartment Meal-Prep Containers with Custom-Fit Lids – These containers are like the first set but come with 2 sections. There are times I like to freeze a main dish along with the side in one container. Homemade TV dinners are the best!
* Cubeware 50-Pack Snap-Seal Containers with Lids – These containers are affordable, reusable, dishwasher-safe, freezer & refrigerator safe, and stackable. I like to make up meals for my adult daughter’s house and for my Mom. So, I like to use more affordable containers when I plan on giving a few meals away, but do use them in my own home too.
* DuraHome Food Storage Containers with Lids – I will use these a lot for freezing smaller portions of soups, stews, sauces, vegetables, etc. They’re reusabled but NOT microwave-safe. I do put them in the freezer, refrigerator, and dishwasher.
* Amazon Basics Tritan Set of 11 Food Storage Containers – These are the containers that I’ve been purchasing the past few months. They’re freezer, refrigerator, dishwasher, and YES, microwave safe! I love that they’re clear (I can see inside them), and they stack really nicely in my freezer. I can freeze, thaw, and reheat the meal all in one container!
Looking to get started? Check out my Baked Zucchini Parmesan with Ground Beef and Bacon Recipe that I posted a few days ago. I made 5 batches of it that day and placed 4 into the freezer for later use. That’s what you see in my top photograph.
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A pair of kitchen safety gloves is something that should be in every home. I use them when I’m shredding and grating vegetables, when I’m shredding block cheese, carving up cooked or raw meats, cutting chicken bones from the bird, and all sorts of other …
I’m really surprised at how many people still don’t own or use a Non-Stick Silicone Baking Mat in their kitchens. I personally own several of them in various sizes and use one almost daily! A lot of people think they’re just for when you bake…but …